Designed by Jenesys of Qualicum Beach, BC, The “Wings” house is an energy-efficient prefab “housing system.”
In there own words:
You know it’s the future when your house has wings. Environmental Features of Wings Like the E Cube, our Wings housing system has twice the energy efficiency of comparable houses built to standard code requirements. Our houses […]
Entries from May 2008
Prefab Wings House From Jenesys
May 8th, 2008 · No Comments
Tags: Prefab · Green Building · Houses
Light-Filled Bathroom By Stuart Cohen and Julie Hacker Architects
May 7th, 2008 · No Comments
This bathroom was designed by Stuart Cohen & Julie Hacker Architects, winners of the 2007 Hall of Fame Leadership Award from Residential Architect Magazine.
There are two things that I love most about this bathroom. First is the light. Some people are not comfortable with large windows in a bathroom, but they always make the space […]
Tags: Bathroom · Details · Architects
Mini 1/2 Bath Dimensions
May 7th, 2008 · No Comments
I am working on a remodel and trying to shoe-horn in a 1/2 bathroom. For the umpteenth time, I am trying to figure out the minimum and desired dimensions. To save myself time in the future, and in the spirit of sharing, I thought that I would share the results of my efforts.
There […]
Tags: Furniture · Uncategorized
Free House Plans
May 6th, 2008 · 2 Comments
Free Green has a new twist on readymade home plans. They give them away free. This house, 01-001, has a traditional feel with steep metal roof, ready for photovoltaic integration.
Free Green gives the plans away, but offers customization and (presumably) make money from supplier recommendations. HMM, maybe we should offer free Farmhouse Modern plans?
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Emeco chair for kids
May 5th, 2008 · 2 Comments
The iconic Emeco aluminum chair was built by Emeco and Alcoa Aluminum for military use.
More recently, the company engaged with famous designers to re-invent the classic aluminum chair.
This version was designed by Philippe Starck This modified version is scaled for children with a 13.5″ seat height. For sale at Retromodern for $395.00
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Tags: Furniture
Cottage Solar-Electric Systems, What is Requried?
May 5th, 2008 · No Comments
I am thinking about building a “Farmhouse Micro” office out behind my house, but the perfect spot is too close to the neighbor’s house to get a permit for a permanent building. The solution seems to be to build a “temporary” structure without permanent electricity, gas or plumbing.
This got me to thinking. […]
Tags: Thoughts · Green Building
